Add Header and Footer to PDF Online Free

Add Header and Footer to PDF Online Free

Add Header and Footer is a free online tool that inserts your custom text at the top (header) and/or bottom (footer) of every page in your PDF document. Add document titles, dates, company names, version numbers, or any repeating information to all pages instantly — no software, no signup, no file upload required.

Why Add Headers and Footers to PDFs?

Headers and footers serve multiple professional purposes. They reinforce branding by displaying your company name or logo text on every page. They provide context by showing the document title and date on every page. They aid navigation by including section titles or document version information. They meet submission requirements for academic papers, legal filings, and corporate documents that mandate header or footer information.

Adding consistent headers and footers transforms a plain PDF into a professional, branded document that clearly identifies its origin and purpose on every single page.

How It Works

PDF-lib is used to add text overlays at the top and bottom margins of each PDF page. Enter your desired header text, footer text, or both, and click Process. The text is rendered at the specified position on every page of the document, using a clean standard font that complements most document styles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I add both a header and footer at the same time?
Yes. You can enter text for the header, footer, or both in the same operation.

Will the header or footer overlap existing content?
The text is placed in the margin area. If your PDF has content that extends to the very edge of the page, there may be some overlap — consider using our Crop PDF tool to create margin space first.